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First Aid Training

Learn life skills while having fun with our engaging, simplified and affordable first aid courses throughout New Zealand

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When a heart stops, every second counts.

Be prepared to act quickly and effectively to save a life from sudden cardiac arrest.

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  • March 2025
  • Mar 17
    3 hours, 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM
    The Vaccinator CPR 3-hr course is designed explicitly for authorised and pharmacist vaccinators and will cover all required topics and the necessary skills to manage a life-threatening emergency.
  • April 2025
  • Apr 10
    3 hours, 10:30 AM - 01:30 PM
    The Vaccinator CPR 3-hr course is designed explicitly for authorised and pharmacist vaccinators and will cover all required topics and the necessary skills to manage a life-threatening emergency.
  • Apr 11
    3 hours, 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
    The Vaccinator CPR 3-hr course is designed explicitly for authorised and pharmacist vaccinators and will cover all required topics and the necessary skills to manage a life-threatening emergency.

First Aid Training

The First Aid Training Company offers a range of Workplace first aid training courses and Advanced CPR programs for health professionals and vaccinators. All our First Aid training courses ensure that learners leave us equipped and ready to act in an emergency.

We pride ourselves on delivering simplified, streamlined, engaging, fun, and affordable first aid training.

Ask us if you’re unsure which course you require; we’re here to help!

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First Aid Kits

Our courses

Work safe class for workplace first aid

Work Safe First Aid

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This course is an 8-hour essential first aid ‘core programme’ for workplace first aid. Work Safe, or first aid level 1, is perfect for most low and medium-risk workplaces and will prepare your team to respond to common emergencies.

First Aid Refresher

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First aid certificates must be renewed every two years. This first aid refresher (revalidation) course brings your knowledge and first aid skills back up to speed. Your first aid certificate must be current or within 3 months of its expiry date to be eligible for renewal.

In-house Group First Aid and Private First Aid courses

Group First Aid

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If you need private first aid training, we can set up a suitable in-house group first aid course at your workplace or another convenient location. We also offer the most competitive rates in the industry when comparing courses with other accredited training providers.

School First Aid for teachers and support workers

School First Aid

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The School First Aid course applies explicitly to teachers, school support staff, and caregivers. It focuses on providing emergency first aid to children under 18 within the school environment or care setting. It is a great team bonding exercise or a teachers-only day activity.

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TRAINING FAQ

Q What are the requirements for workplace first aid training in New Zealand?

Q What first aid courses currently being offered meet the minimum requirements for workplaces?

Q Is there a minimum required length of course?

Q I completed my initial first aid training in Australia. Are Australian first aid courses recognised in New Zealand?

Q My original course was with a different provider. Can I still renew my certificate with you?

Q Do I need to be competent in English to attend a course?

Q How good does my reading and writing have to be to attend the course?

Q What if I have a complaint about my course?

Q Would 'Blended' online learning give me the same first aid certificate as classroom training?

Q Can you register NZQA unit standard credits?

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